Rochester Electronics

Rochester Electronics is the world's largest continuous source of semiconductors, specializing in the authorized distribution, licensed manufacturing, and long-term availability of end-of-life (EOL) and obsolete electronic components. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Newburyport, Massachusetts, the company partners directly with leading semiconductor manufacturers to provide engineers and OEMs with authentic, fully traceable components throughout the product lifecycle.

Unlike traditional distributors, Rochester Electronics is uniquely positioned to support products that have reached end-of-life. Through licensing agreements with more than 70 semiconductor manufacturers, the company maintains an extensive inventory of discontinued devices while also manufacturing select products using the original intellectual property, wafers, die, and manufacturing processes provided by the original component manufacturers. This helps customers extend the life of existing systems without redesigning proven hardware.

Rochester Electronics supports industries including aerospace and defense, automotive, industrial automation, medical, communications, transportation, and energy, where long product lifecycles and ongoing component availability are essential. Its portfolio includes analog and mixed-signal ICs, microcontrollers, memory, processors, power semiconductors, interface devices, programmable logic, and other legacy and active semiconductor products.

In addition to authorized component distribution, Rochester Electronics provides counterfeit detection, electrical testing, failure analysis, reliability testing, quality assurance, supply chain support, and lifecycle management services. These capabilities help customers reduce supply chain risk while ensuring continued access to genuine semiconductor devices that may no longer be available through traditional distribution channels.

With decades of experience in semiconductor lifecycle management, extensive engineering expertise, and a commitment to authorized sourcing and manufacturing, Rochester Electronics has become a trusted partner for organizations seeking to maintain long-life electronic systems while minimizing redesign costs and supply chain disruption.